3G mobiles

max · 16-06-2006, 09:58 AM

I will need to replace my mobile soon. Whilst my present phone has served me well, it is on the CDMA network which will be phased out in the near future. It would seem a good thing to get a 3G with their inherent features. Trouble is, when I read pages and pages of reviews, it becomes quite clear that the principle drawback with most of them is abysmal battery life. In many cases 48 hours max. before you have to re-charge. Is there any weight of evidence out there about this problem or other experiences/advice or reassurance?

Olympus · 16-06-2006, 10:06 AM

My LG U880 last me close to 4 days normally. It depends how much you mock around with the MP3 player, camera, video, games, internet etc...

**Sorted** · 16-06-2006, 10:11 AM

My Motoroal v3x willl last 4 days as well but if you surf the net on it uses the battery up pretty fast

max · 16-06-2006, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by DRHEMI

My Motoroal v3x willl last 4 days as well but if you surf the net on it uses the battery up pretty fast

A Motorola v3x is one of my preferences because of its 2 megapixel camera and I also like the Sony Ericsson K750i. I mainly use the phone for talk (funny about that) but with a halfway decent camera that would be useful. What annoys me wth the v3x is for speakerphone you have to jab two or three buttons on the menu to turn it on. On my old phone, there is a button on the keypad specifically for speakerphone. Very handy whilst driving (cough cough), no need to even look over at the phone, I know where the speaker button is by feel. I know you can get Blue Ant and all that but you have to cart it from car to car, too much hassle.

**Sorted** · 16-06-2006, 10:36 AM

The 2 migapixel camera was the reason I got the Motorola v3x, it even has a little slider button for focus for those close up shots

Now speaker is only one button, when you call or are calling some one you just press the speaker button and the speaker function turns on.

Its the top right hand button which its function is displayed on the screen. When I am not calling anyone this button is used for phone book. You can custom any menu button on the Motorola v3x to do any function.

I was a Nokia fan and I wanted the Nokia 6280 but at the time you could only get it on 3G and I didn't want it locked into any specific phone company...wanted to use other sims in it....

But as with changing Manufactures of phones you will need to learn to operate them differently
eg I changed from Nokia to Motorola

Jeeepers · 16-06-2006, 10:56 AM

Absolutely Motorola V3X, about 4 days, as long as you don't use the features too much. But you can even charge them on your pc, once you install Phonetools. And the memory card is a good feature over the V3. Doesn't come with the phone though. Uses a Transflash Card. Mine is a 1gig.

max · 16-06-2006, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by DRHEMI

The 2 migapixel camera was the reason I got the Motorola v3x, it even has a little slider button for focus for those close up shots

Now speaker is only one button, when you call or are calling some one you just press the speaker button and the speaker function turns on.

Its the top right hand button which its function is displayed on the screen. When I am not calling anyone this button is used for phone book. You can custom any menu button on the Motorola v3x to do any function.

I was a Nokia fan and I wanted the Nokia 6280 but at the time you could only get it on 3G and I didn't want it locked into any specific phone company...wanted to use other sims in it....

But as with changing Manufactures of phones you will need to learn to operate them differently
eg I changed from Nokia to Motorola

So have they upgraded the v3x to make speakerphone one button press?
Also I've heard it has voice-dialling?

Jeeepers · 16-06-2006, 12:55 PM

Yes, it has voice dialing, and works a treat with a bluetooth car kit. Just press a button, clearly say the name in your phonebook, and the phone does the rest. I have the Motorola HF850 installed in the car. Audio is through the factory system.

Martyvan · 16-06-2006, 02:10 PM

I would also consider the Nokia N series 3G phones. If i use mine JUST as a phone (N70) I get around a week out of it. If i use Camera/Mp3/Radio/Sync with Pc etc, that does drop substantially, down to around 48 hours. Just remember to get a 3G sim card otherwise it wont utilise all the available features. (Well this is the case with Optus anyway) It has a 2megapixel camera, but the new ones, come with a 3mega pixel camera.

These reviews are from a UK site, so most of the whinging may be irrelevant!

Nokia N80 Review

Nokia N70 Review

Motorola V3x Review

Sony K750 Review

LGU880 Review

FASTXR · 16-06-2006, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by redfin

Yes, it has voice dialing, and works a treat with a bluetooth car kit. Just press a button, clearly say the name in your phonebook, and the phone does the rest. I have the Motorola HF850 installed in the car. Audio is through the factory system.

Hey Redfin whats the quality of the HF850? I'm thinking of getting one, but just want to make sure the clarity is good and that it works well with the factory stereo.
Btw, I'm another one who has a V3x and so far I'm very happy with it. Only really use it for talking and texting but the camera on it is great. Not sure about max battery life as I normally re-charge every second night or so - hate to be out somewhere knowing I'm down to yellow battery strength!

XPcoupe · 16-06-2006, 02:26 PM

I just got a Nokia N70 about 2 weeks ago, I only got as it had a 2Mb pixel and I like the way it looked not sure about the rest of the feature not sure if I will use them. So far it is only last about 32Hrs before recharge. but I use it for about 4 hours a day.

MYT · 16-06-2006, 02:47 PM

I've gone throught two so far, a Sony Ericsson Z800 and i've now got a Nokia 6280. The Sony lasted 6 days before going flat and so far the Nokia is lasting around 4 days.

Jeeepers · 16-06-2006, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by FASTXR

Hey Redfin whats the quality of the HF850? I'm thinking of getting one, but just want to make sure the clarity is good and that it works well with the factory stereo.
Btw, I'm another one who has a V3x and so far I'm very happy with it. Only really use it for talking and texting but the camera on it is great. Not sure about max battery life as I normally re-charge every second night or so - hate to be out somewhere knowing I'm down to yellow battery strength!

The HF850 is excellent dude. Good quality reception, and once it's paired it connects itself each time you turn the ignition on. Get it fitted properly though, most good audio fitters will know the drill. I got mine for $115.00 off ebay. The blue illumination looks great with the XR dash.

harpsta · 16-06-2006, 02:54 PM

V3x's are nice!! V3's have always been one button speaker phone. The buttons on V3 change functions depending on what the phone is doing. Pretty standard these days. I have had a V3 since they first came out and no probs so I think the V3x's should be great considering they are the next gen.

max · 16-06-2006, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Martyvan

I would also consider the Nokia N series 3G phones. If i use mine JUST as a phone (N70) I get around a week out of it. If i use Camera/Mp3/Radio/Sync with Pc etc, that does drop substantially, down to around 48 hours. Just remember to get a 3G sim card otherwise it wont utilise all the available features. (Well this is the case with Optus anyway) It has a 2megapixel camera, but the new ones, come with a 3mega pixel camera.

These reviews are from a UK site, so most of the whinging may be irrelevant!

Nokia N80 Review

Nokia N70 Review

Motorola V3x Review

Sony K750 Review

LGU880 Review

Thanks for these.
Well I kinda like the Nokia slider I must say. I have a Kyocera Slider now
and actually prefer it to a clam-shell but....

Jeeepers · 16-06-2006, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by redfin

The HF850 is excellent dude. Good quality reception, and once it's paired it connects itself each time you turn the ignition on. Get it fitted properly though, most good audio fitters will know the drill. I got mine for $115.00 off ebay. The blue illumination looks great with the XR dash.

Here is how it looks in car. But mount it where you want it.

max · 16-06-2006, 04:40 PM

very nice......

**Sorted** · 16-06-2006, 05:31 PM

i didnt get the slider phone as I wanted my screen protected (v3x Flip Phone) when it is in my pocked just in case I put my keys or coins in there at the same time.

Plus I look so cool fliping it when some one calls

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FASTXR · 17-06-2006, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by redfin

Here is how it looks in car. But mount it where you want it.

Jeez, didn't realise the unit was that small! I have an AU so the dash colours won't match quite as well but it still looks the goods. It auto-mutes the stereo doesn't it? When you're on the phone, does the sound come out of the stereo speakers or out of a seperate speaker?

flappist · 17-06-2006, 09:58 AM

The current 3G network will only ever work in the cities. The new 3G/850 network will work anywhere where there is now CDMA coverage. It will start to be available in October this year.

The first handsets are a bit ordinary. This will change as more are approved.

max · 17-06-2006, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by DRHEMI

i didnt get the slider phone as I wanted my screen protected (v3x Flip Phone) when it is in my pocked just in case I put my keys or coins in there at the same time.

Plus I look so cool fliping it when some one calls

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Hmmmmm.....

[Tonko] · 17-06-2006, 11:06 AM

i just got the SAMSUNG SGH-Z510. and it is mad, its as thin as the V3 but not as old and dosent have all the problems that they are notorius (sp?) for.
plus the software and data cable that you get with it is mad...

chicks love the white fones too....

AWD Chaser · 17-06-2006, 11:12 AM

I got the Nokia 6280. It's awsome. I went through 6 phones in 12 months then I got this one. I don't think I'll be changing it anytime soon. 2MP camera, vga cam on front for video calls, 4 days bat life with bluetooth on, answering and making the occasional text and call. Although, the 3G coverage, I can't say much of: I've had as many dropouts and not picking up reception on my GSM phones....

Jeeepers · 17-06-2006, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by FASTXR

Jeez, didn't realise the unit was that small! I have an AU so the dash colours won't match quite as well but it still looks the goods. It auto-mutes the stereo doesn't it? When you're on the phone, does the sound come out of the stereo speakers or out of a seperate speaker?

Auto mutes the factory sound system, and uses the factory sound system, Pearler of a unit.